Senior Legal, Property and Contracts Officer
Shire of Augusta Margaret River – Margaret River WA
We are a progressive local government in one of Western Australia's most iconic regions, offering a unique opportunity at the intersection of law, property and public sector governance.
This is an ideal role for legal professionals seeking broader commercial and governance exposure, or local government professionals looking for a lifestyle change without compromising on challenge or impact.
As a senior member of the team, you will lead and mentor staff while shaping the Shire's property portfolio, procurement framework and contract management practices ensuring legislative compliance, strategic asset optimisation, and high-quality service outcomes across the organisation.
Details
Job Title: Senior Legal, Property and Contracts Officer
Employment Type: Continuing, Full-time (with flexibility for the right candidate)
Salary: IA Level 7/8 $95,548 to $108,677 (with scope to negotiate for the right candidate), plus superannuation, salary packaging, and Recreation Centre membership
Key Selection Criteria
* Tertiary qualification in Law and/or a minimum of 3 years' experience leading teams in property management or legal related work.
* Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing team performance to achieve set outcomes.
* Extensive knowledge of land transactions and leasing processes and principles.
* Demonstrated experience in advising on and managing legal agreements, including property related agreements and/or contracts for goods and services.
To Apply
All that is required is a cover letter highlighting your current skills and experience relevant to the position, a copy of your current resume and the completed application addressing the selection criteria.
Please upload your:
* Resume/CV
* Supporting documents, e.g., qualifications, licences, work samples, etc.
Application closing date: Friday 12 June 2026 at 4:00pm
Contact
For more information, please contact Ian McLeod, Manager Legal & Governance Services at *******@amrshire.wa.gov.au or (08 9780 5***)
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